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1,365 ft
Distance
71 ft
Climb
-39 ft
Descent
00:02:07
Avg time
31 ft
Altitude change
2,072 ft
Altitude min
2,143 ft
Altitude max
2,072 ft
Altitude start
2,103 ft
Altitude end
2.279%
Grade
-13.207%
Grade max
37.573%
Grade min
779 ft
Distance climb
586 ft
Distance down
00:02:07
Avg time
Nature Centre Loop Details
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Riding AreaEdmonton
Alberta -
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Local Popularity45 in Mountain Biking [+]
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- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeXC
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular Direction Shown
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
Loop behind John Janzen Nature Centre
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- 19 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jun 14, 2026
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Directions to nature-centre-loop trailhead
(53.502707, -113.570572)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nature Centre Loop
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Where is Nature Centre Loop located?
Nature Centre Loop is located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Edmonton trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 53.50271, -113.57057.
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How hard is Nature Centre Loop?
Nature Centre Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 2.279%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Nature Centre Loop?
Nature Centre Loop has 71 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 39 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,072 ft to 2,143 ft.
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Is Nature Centre Loop a point to point trail?
Nature Centre Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
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